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Beachfront Retreat | Hot Tub, Bar & Games | Pet-Friendly

Family-friendly holiday home on the beach, with hot tub

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Property grounds
Outdoor dining
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV, fireplace, video games, ping pong
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
In the quiet Gilchrist area, Blue Searenity by Bolivar Vacations offers a beachfront retreat with gourmet kitchen and spacious living areas. Relax on the large front deck, enjoy high-speed internet throughout the property and unwind in one of three bedrooms or two bathrooms.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Washer

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Beachfront Retreat | Hot Tub, Bar & Games | Pet-Friendly

Family-friendly holiday home on the beach, with hot tub
Guests at this beach holiday home will appreciate convenient on-site amenities such as a playground and Charcoal grills. The holiday home has 3 bedrooms and offers free WiFi and a patio. Guests can enjoy a fireplace, and other amenities include a kitchen with a fridge and an oven.
Air-conditioned accommodation at this holiday home offers fireplaces and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to patios. This accommodation is furnished with dining tables and kitchen islands. Kitchens offer fridges, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include a shower and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Smart televisions are featured in guestrooms.

Recreational amenities at the holiday home include Access to hot tub.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Video games

Outdoor areas

  • Charcoal grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Table tennis
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Swimming nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

518197

About the area

Located on the beach, this holiday home is in Crystal Beach, a neighbourhood in Port Bolivar. Fort Travis Seashore Park and Pink Dolphin Monument are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Hooks Woods Bird Sanctuary and Smith Oaks Bird Sanctuary. With kayaking, fishing and swimming nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.
Map
Gilchrist, TX

What's nearby

  • Crystal Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Gilchrist Beach - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
  • High Island Beach - 11 min drive - 11.4 km
  • Smith Oaks Bird Sanctuary - 18 min drive - 19.5 km
  • University of Texas Medical Branch - 60 min drive - 47.3 km

Getting around

  • Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field) - 98 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Stingaree Restaurant & Bar - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Jayla’s Bar & Grill - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Fanta Sea BBQ & Grill - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Beach Dreams - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Pimpin On Crystal Beach!! - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Beachfront Retreat | Hot Tub, Bar & Games | Pet-Friendly pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Beachfront Retreat | Hot Tub, Bar & Games | Pet-Friendly?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beachfront Retreat | Hot Tub, Bar & Games | Pet-Friendly?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Beachfront Retreat | Hot Tub, Bar & Games | Pet-Friendly located?

Nestled on the beach, this Crystal Beach holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Crystal Beach and Gilchrist Beach. High Island Beach and Stingaree Marina are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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Reviews

Beachfront Retreat | Hot Tub, Bar & Games | Pet-Friendly Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

10

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 40 out of 47 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 47 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 47 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 47 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 47 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Chanel D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful stay

This is the perfect getaway place for a family to come for the week. Loved the location and was simple and clean.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Walter S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The family loved the house and location. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Irving D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great get away

We loved this place.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place

Great location for families
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Madison K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing place to stay conveniently on the beach!

Loved this place and we will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeanette T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

48th anniversary

So peaceful and such a good getaway from the holiday hustle and bustle.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Justin P.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Blue searenity

Nice, quiet stretch of Texas beach!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Molly A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Crystal Beach Blue Searenity

We loved our stay, and had the best views of the beach. The water was great, the place was amazing and our time with friends and family fantastic. All around memorable trip! Thanks!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deuce W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Getaway

Great place, new, clean, great beachfront house!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brett C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very nice

Second time staying in this home, it’s a great place we love it
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maria T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best Ocean View

Love the house perfect for a weekend get away, relaxing ocean sound couldn’t get an better.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Evelyn H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

Really great location, right on the beach. Beautiful house, very well equipped kitchen. We really enjoyed our stay. Will definitely book again!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

MICHAEL R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Gorgeous beach view

This property was perfect for our family of four to have a relaxing beach vacation. The house is beautifully decorated, had all of the things we needed, and is just steps away from the beach. Everything was exceptionally clean. We enjoyed our stay and hope to come back!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Allison J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Blue Serenity

Perfect for littles! Right on the beach with a cute little path to walk out there. The house was clean and cozy. We had the best time.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

anthony n.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great beach vacay

Enjoyed the house . Had excellent beach view on back deck . A good view of bay from front deck
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Home

Great location and nice patio. Will definitely be returning!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nathan A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent!

Great house, clean and well stocked. Washer and dryer is a real plus. Loved the deck to sit and watch the beach fun.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brett C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Vacation

Beautiful brand new home right on the beach, could not have been any happier with it
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Somer F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great House Great Location

Second time at this house and it’s still fantastic!! Clean and updated house with comfortable furnishings, spacious layout, and beautiful views! The beach front location is perfect and on the quiet end of the beach. Highly recommend and we’ll be back!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brandy D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best Ocean View

The house was very clean and absolutely beautiful. The view was beyond stunning. The weather was cooler which gave us the beach all to ourselves. It was an absolutely perfect vacation! Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Greg m.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great time with a great view

This is our second time staying here, overall the house is very nice and in decent condition. However, we did notice some unclean dishes and some animal spots on the rugs and floor mats. We will definitely stay here again for the easy beach access and pet friendliness.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Oceanfront Property

Great location right on the beach. Literally steps away. Plenty of room and a great open layout. Very clean and up to date on appliances, cookware and rooms. Will definitely come back to stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful House

This house checked all our boxes and more. Wonderful house to stay in. We have stayed in many different houses and this was by far the cleanest one. The view and beach was wonderful. We will be back next year.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristy N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location!

Beautiful, well kept property steps away from the beach! Well suited for a family vacation without the hassle of linens, bath towels and misc home items. This house is well stocked. Check in and check out was a breeze without the hassle of returning keys. The company was clear on how to leave the house, which I appreciated.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Crystal D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful stay!

This house is exactly as pictured. Absolutely gorgeous and comfortable to stay in for our family of 7. The location was great and low key. We enjoyed being right on the beach. Communication with the property owner was excellent. I would highly recommend staying here and look forward to booking another trip soon!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023